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http://www.uoregon.edu/~isp
Undergraduate degrees: B.A, B.S.
The International Studies Program provides a solid foundation for students interested in the complex political, economic, social, and cultural interrelationships that exist among nations.
Getting in touch with the global community
“As a high school exchange student and as a Rhodes Scholar, I saw my own country through new lenses. Those experiences forever changed the way I saw myself, other people, and the issues we all face.”
—Dave Frohnmayer, President, University of Oregon
The idea of “the global community” is becoming increasingly important as advanced communication and resource allocation brings nations and people together. If you’re interested in this dynamic relationship, international studies at the University of Oregon is a great way to approach it.
A highlight of the program is that it allows you to apply international studies to other subjects and disciplines. Maybe you have an interest in business and economics. A working understanding of these issues from an international perspective is a must in an increasingly globalized world market.
If you have an interest in teaching and education, international studies might be the way to go. Many countries seek U.S. teachers; at the UO you can focus on English as a second language or on international education. International studies is a suitable path if you’re interested in development and tourism.
A major component of the international dynamic is figuring out how different nations can cooperate peacefully and respectfully. This involves an under-standing of cross-cultural communication, issues of human rights, and conflict resolution. The program at the UO allows you to explore all of these aspects of international relationships.
The International Studies Program is rigorous and challenging. Majors are required to complete an international core, a regional focus, and a professional concentration. Basically, this means that you do some general studies, then pick a region that interests you, and finally fine tune your major toward a professional goal. You will receive support from the program as a whole and individualized attention within your professional concentration. Upon graduation, you’ll find you’re already a part of the global community.
Points of Interest
- International studies prepares students for a wide range of careers in law, communications, human rights, and politics.
- The UO program helps majors locate international internships.
- More than eighty study abroad programs give students first-hand exposure to international culture and issues.
- Students can apply international studies to one of fourteen professional concentrations (e.g.,
economics, development, art,
environment, journalism, or human rights). - Students can also choose to focus on one cultural area.